Mind The Redd
October 2019
Fall fishing is here, and that means spawning browns are too. While brown trout fishing can be phenomenal and beautiful this time of year due to their high activity and colored up bodies, it’s important to understand their spawning habits and recognize where their redds are. By being a conscious angler we can improve the longevity of this highly sought-after species and be/raise stewards for conservation for years to come.
There is a fly fishing conservation group created specifically for educating and raising awareness about redds, called Mind The Redd. We encourage you to visit their website using the link below to find out more. We have included a short excerpt from their website explaining what a redd is and how spawning fish can be more vulnerable during this season.
“Redds are the nests fish make to provide safety for their eggs & alevins. By learning to spot and avoid walking on or among areas ripe with redds, anglers can dramatically reduce mortality percentages. Creating gravel nests amid current, laying eggs, competing with other would-be suitors, fertilizing eggs, and remaining wary of predators are each and all a taxing set of tasks. Both male and female fish expend tremendous amounts of energy during the spawn. These fish are also likely to take flies, lures, and bait to defend their nest – making them especially vulnerable to being caught. By choosing to hold our casts and leave fish be in these situations, anglers can dramatically reduce negative impacts on wild fish reproduction.”
– Mind The Redd Organization
